2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Corvette and 2006 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 84 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Corvette | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |