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General
Make :
Chevrolet
Base price :
N/A
Model :
2006 Corvette Convertible
Production :
N/A
Powertain layout :
Front Longitudinal / RWD
Origin
USA
Dimensions
Wheelbase :
2686 mm / 105.7 in
Width :
1844 mm / 72.6 in
Length :
4435 mm / 174.6 in
Weight :
1451 kg / 3199 lbs
Height :
N/A
Front Track :
1577 mm / 62.1 in
Ground clearance :
N/A
Rear Track :
1542 mm / 60.7 in
Engine
Configuration :
Cast Aluminum V8
Bore :
101.6 mm / 4.0 in
Valvetrain :
OHV, 2 Valves w/Cyl
Stroke :
92 mm / 3.62 in
Displacement :
5970 cc / 364.3 cu in
Compression Ratio :
10.9:1
Power :
298.3 kw / 400 bhp @ 6000 rpm
BHP / Liter :
67.0 bhp per litre
Torque :
542.33 nm / 400 ft lbs @ 4400 rpm
Redline :
6500
Transmission
Gear type :
6-Speed Manual
5th gear ratio :
0.71:1
1st gear ratio :
2.97:1
6th gear ratio :
0.57:1
2nd gear ratio :
2.07:1
7th gear ratio :
-
3rd gear ratio :
1.43:1
Reverse ratio :
N/A
4th gear ratio :
1.00:1
Final drive ratio :
3.42:1
Chassis & body
Body / Frame :
Composite Body Panels over Hydroformed Steel Frame w/Aluminum & Magnesium Structural Components
Brake types :
Discs w/ABS
Steering :
Rack & Pinion w/Speed Sensitive Power Assist
Front brake size :
340 mm / 13.4 in
Front tires :
P245/40ZR-18 Goodyear Eagle F1 SC
Rear brake size :
330 mm / 13 in
Rear tires :
P285/35ZR-19 Goodyear Eagle F1 SC
Performance
Top speed :
289.7 kph / 180.0 mph
60-0 braking :
N/A
0-60 mph :
N/A
Lateral Acceleration :
N/A
0-100 mph :
N/A
EPA city / Hwy :
23 mpg
0-ΒΌ mile :
N/A
Article:
It all started with a roadster. The thrill of open-air motoring was a part of the original allure when the Chevrolet Corvette was born in 1953. Now the sixth-generation 2005 Corvette Convertible arrives.
The sixth-generation of the Corvette legacy begins with the 2005 edition, available in Coupe and Convertible models. Featuring upgrades throughout, a new 400-horsepower, 6.0-liter V-8 engine, and new styling, the sixth-generation Corvette brings more power, passion and precision to America's performance icon.
The sixth-generation Corvette Convertible features an optional power-operated soft top, a feature that last appeared on the car in 1962. The power top features a single-button control and completes its cycle in 18 seconds. The top is designed and manufactured in partnership between GM and Car Top Systems, Gmbh, experts who've contributed to some of the world's most celebrated open cars. An easy-to-operate manual top remains standard.
The convertible top for the sixth-generation Corvette reflects great attention to detail to net improvements in aesthetics, aerodynamics and utility. In both its manual and power versions, the canvas soft top is available in three colors: Black, Beige and Grey. In its closed position, the canvas top has a smoother, more contoured appearance that conceals the underlying structure better than traditional soft tops. In addition to being more pleasing to the eye, this also helps preserve the aerodynamic characteristics designed into the sixth-generation Corvette.
In addition to the new power top, several more details combine to make the convertible much more pleasing to drive, especially for long trips. A bulkhead has been added to better contain small items in the trunk and enable the addition of a new storage area behind each seat. The power top occupies no more space than the manual version, preserving maximum trunk space in both versions. Rear visibility is improved with a glass backlight that is 18.5 percent larger than the 2004 version. Like its predecessor, the backlight has a standard rear defogger.
