2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Ford F-250

To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 8 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Ford F-250. (385 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford F-250.

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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. (544 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Chevrolet Corvette 2011 Ford F-250
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Corvette F-250
Year Released 2003 2011
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5970 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 544 Nm 548 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 6269 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2029 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1966 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 3967 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 132 L


 

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