2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 291 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1369 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |