2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Ford GT
To start off, 2009 Ford GT is newer by 7 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. (406 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 123 kg more than 2009 Ford GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. (542 Nm). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Ford GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | GT |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 406 HP | 493 HP |
Torque | 542 Nm | 678 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |