2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 4 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 206 more horse power than 2010 BMW X6. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 769 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X6. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 BMW X6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | X6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4879 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1689 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |