2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 124 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (376 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1408 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tundra. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Tundra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |