2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (431 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1688 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (586 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Excursion | Corvette |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7274 cc | 6162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 431 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 586 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 1582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2690 mm |