2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Corvette and 2004 Ford Excursion were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1762 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 5949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 3282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 167 L |
