2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP) has 199 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ranger. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ranger weights approximately 330 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ranger. (330 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
