2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2002 Chevrolet Corvette and 2002 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 384 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka. 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 Ka, 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 (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Ford Ka | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Ka |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1136 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 42 L |