1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (321 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1830 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Excursion. (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Excursion |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5727 cc | 5954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 906 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 3370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 2030 mm |