2006 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz S 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 @ 5900 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 430 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz S | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | S | Corvette |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4965 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1891 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1244 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |