2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 4 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 363 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Focus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |