2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Ford F-350
To start off, 2011 Ford F-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Ford F-350. (385 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford F-350.
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, 2011 Ford F-350 (548 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. (544 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | F-350 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 548 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |