2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 172 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | SLS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 575 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1623 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1262 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
