2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (312 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 299 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 129 L |
