2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Ford Focus
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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Focus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
