2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1344 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | F-150 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 638 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 818 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
