2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 7 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 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2013 BMW X5. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1172 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 BMW X5 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, 2013 BMW X5 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 (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X5. (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X5. 2013 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Corvette | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |