2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 203 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2004 Ford Mondeo, 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
