2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 3 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Econovan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 155 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2210 mm |