2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 25 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2104 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 3504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 167 L |
