2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 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 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Ford F-150. (360 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 775 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford F-150. (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | F-150 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5969 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |