2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry 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 235 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 339 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry. 2006 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Corvette 2006 Toyota Camry
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Corvette Camry
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6162 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 430 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 575 Nm 284 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L


 

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