2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Ford F-150

To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 985 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 2005 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 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-150 (496 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Corvette 2005 Ford F-150
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Corvette F-150
Year Released 2000 2005
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5666 cc 5408 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 496 Nm
Engine Bore Size 99 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 106 mm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1514 kg 2499 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 5540 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 3370 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.2 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 98 L


 

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