2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Ford Escort
To start off, both 2002 Chevrolet Corvette and 2002 Ford Escort were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2002 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 633 kg more than 2002 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escort, 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Escort |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5969 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
