2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (360 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 496 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Ford F-150 (597 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (543 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
