2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Ford Edge
To start off, 2007 Ford Edge is newer by 3 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Edge.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Edge. (339 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Edge |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
