2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 18 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 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 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mondeo | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
