2005 Ford Freestyle 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 Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 344 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 Freestyle 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 (819 Nm) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Freestyle | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 819 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4476 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
