2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 21 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Expedition. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
