2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Ford Equator
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 542 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Ford Equator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Equator |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1787 cc |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3260 mm |
