What’s the best thing about the 2006 Chevrolet Corvette Z06?
Surprisingly, it’s value. First, there’s the engine, which creates 505 horsepower and 470 lb.-ft. of torque, all while keeping fuel efficiency high enough to avoid the federal gas guzzler tax. Add to that a more comfortable interior than most of its competitors and a price tag that’s significantly less at just under $66,000, and you get one heck of a car for the money.

What’s the worst thing about the 2006 Chevrolet Corvette Z06?
To our tastes, the interior needs one more upgrade to compete with the Big Boys. Though the seats are comfortable and instrument gauges are easy to read, the interior still feels a little dated, and a turn-off for those shopping in the $70,000 market.

What’s most fun about the 2006 Chevrolet Corvette Z06?
Really, anything to do with the streams of power that come from its 7.0-liter V8 engine, especially acceleration. Step on the throttle and the Z06 moves like an All-Pro linebacker with a clear shot at the quarterback.

SPECIFICATIONS
Test Vehicle: 2006 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Base Price: $65,800
Engine Size and Type: 7.0-liter V8
Engine Horsepower: 505 at 6,300 rpm
Engine Torque: 470 lb.-ft. at 4,800 rpm
Transmission: Six-speed manual
Curb Weight: 3,130 lbs.
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway): 16/26
Length: 175.6 inches
Width: 75.9 inches
Wheelbase: 105.7 inches
Height: 49 inches
Legroom (front): 43.1 inches
Headroom (front): 38 inches
Max. Seating Capacity: Two
Max. Cargo Volume: 22 cu.-ft.
Competitors: BMW M3, BMW M6, Cadillac XLR, Dodge Viper SRT-10 Coupe, Ferrari F430, Ford GT, Porsche 911, Porsche Cayman S