2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1801 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Excursion | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Excursion | Corvette |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5954 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3370 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2850 mm |