2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Infiniti EX

To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 6 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 190 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti EX. (316 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti EX.

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 (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti EX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti EX.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Corvette 2012 Infiniti EX
Make Chevrolet Infiniti
Model Corvette EX
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6998 cc 3696 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 506 HP 316 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 637 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1803 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1572 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2799 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 76 L


 

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