2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (617 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 489 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2007 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 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (789 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mondeo. (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 617 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 789 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 231 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 Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
