2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram 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 161 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram 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, 2008 Dodge Ram 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Ram |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |