2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 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 183 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (323 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express, 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 (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Express |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
