2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 1718 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Excursion. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Excursion | Corvette |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 68 L |