2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 286 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.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R 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 (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan GT-R. (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan GT-R.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | GT-R |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 538 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 628 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |