2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 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 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1814 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 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 (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford F-250. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | F-250 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2892 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 144 L |