2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1102 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (475 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
