2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 750 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Corvette |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 486 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 53 L |