2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-250 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 139 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2002 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford F-250. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3490 mm |
