2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 771 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Sierra | Corvette |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2263 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |