2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 982 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-350. (475 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |
