2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 6 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 177 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (223 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 69 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2010 Ford Mondeo, 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 (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |