2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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 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 84 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (314 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Because 2013 Cadillac XTS 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 Cadillac XTS 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 (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Corvette | XTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2831 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
