1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 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 F-350 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 F-350 (621 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (461 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 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 F-350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | F-350 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 621 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 6240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 110 L |