2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (202 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 166 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Corvette | C |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 68.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |