2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1723 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Excursion | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5405 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 68 L |
