2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Ford Ikon

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Corvette and 2008 Ford Ikon 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 336 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 131 kg more than 2008 Ford Ikon. 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 Ikon, 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 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Corvette 2008 Ford Ikon
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Corvette Ikon
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6162 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 430 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 575 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 45 L


 

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