2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 9 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2010 Ford Escape. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 195 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Escape. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Ford Escape | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Escape |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4717 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |