2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Ford Explorer
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Corvette and 2008 Ford Explorer were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 295 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 811 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer. 2008 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Explorer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3320 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |