2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra 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 306 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 64 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra, 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 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Sentra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1387 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |