2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 179 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Express | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |