2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 1909 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Excursion | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5954 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3370 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2685 mm |
