2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-250. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1469 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 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 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-250. (476 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | F-250 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 476 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |