2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-350.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | F-350 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 144 L |