2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestyle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 382 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2004 Ford Freestyle, 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 (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Freestyle |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |