2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Silverado | Corvette |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |