2006 Ford F-350 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-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-350. (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 284 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 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-350 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 Ford F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | F-350 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 68 L |
