2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Corvette and 2008 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 154 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus, 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
