2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1995 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (576 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 167 L |
