2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang 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 (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (406 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Mustang |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 406 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |