2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Corvette | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 5358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
