2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango 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 296 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 892 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Durango |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 102 L |