1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1396 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (437 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 3016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 167 L |
