lockmart

This was probably on here at some point but we seem to have a lot of C5 vs. C6 discussions and as a somewhat recent C5 owner this is one of the better comparisons I've come across. Sharing for others who might be relatively new.

http://www.vetteweb.com/features/040..._c6/index.html

motogib1

I believe another plus of the C6 is that the A6 tranny is capable of handling more power.

GRUNIE

I like this quote...."It's not "all new," and it's not revolutionary. It strikes me as a highly evolved C5, and, in some respects, seems like a C5 3/4".
That's exactly what a lot of folks on this forum have been saying since the C6 first debut.

lockmart

Yep, and the stat comparisons are good too.

mnfmkf

I like the C5 styling over the C6.

I was not suprised to see that the C5 is Longer with a shorter wheelbase, The C5 is also wider and lower..

All these are probably why I like the C5s smoother apperance over the
C6.

However I do like Black C6s ALOT.

Most likely the darker colors tend to hide the body lines more than a light color.

THEREFORE If you have a Black C6 I would like to swap.

Thanks

Mike
Portland Oregon

nickolbag

Another c5 vs c6 thread? Nice!



C5's rule!!!!

lockmart

Some actual data and explanations of the differences this time One might even call it reference material as opposed to just debating which is better.

00 Rooster

Great comparison!!! Thanks for the info

nickolbag

No debate? Dang. I wonder if this thread will stay that way?

lockmart

I found the article a good read and source of info, end of story.

tricep

zTrek

Excellent article, thanks for posting!

MyOwn69

Aw, you gave me a headache! Just when I've made up my mind, OOPS! I change it!

2KFRC5

CircledWagons

The C5 looks beefier.

Crusing down the interstate or around town, I can instantly recognize another C5. But the newer C6's are a bit difficult to distiguish from the other new sports cars.

The C6 Vert seems to be a mini Vette, it looks tiny to me.

Just my opinion.

SublimeZ

To me, the C5 is more "flowing" (sexy), while the C6 is more "angular" (aggressive).
I prefer the C5, but the C6 is growing on me...

LEANDRO

Both cool cars. Not as big of a difference like the c4 and the c5

Wethingtonvette8093

They are both nice, and there are good and bad about both, its just a matter of opinion. I have had 2 C5's and one C6, I would definetly take another C5. They are smooth, and flowing. nice rounded edges. The C6 is blockier and more aggresive looking. If I keep my C6 im doing a widebody.

Oh 2 Fun

I don't know how you did that Tricep, but good job.

I just still cannot warm up to the C6 styling. I would like to build something just in-between the two. Something between eliptical/smooth/sexy (C5) and squarish/edgy/tough (C6).

Instead, they went to just stooooooooopid and Hotwheels....ZR1.


just my dumbass opinion.....sorry I'm not blind...

DRIVE AMERICA

IM often bothered when I hear or read that the C-6 has over 70% new parts. The truth is it doesn’t. What is never explained or discussed is that actual claim made by GM is that 70% of the part numbers are new and not necessarily the parts themselves. Daniel Pund explained in Car and Driver that they frequently go through this with part manufactures. A control arm for example may have a different part number than another but be exactly the same. The C-6 is a great car just the same but the claims that it is so different than the C-5 is over exaggerated. Pond went on to say that we will compromise and call the 2005 Corvette the “ C-5 and 11/16ths.” Just my two cents.