2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 385 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Expedition. 2008 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Expedition 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Ford Chevrolet
Model Expedition Corvette
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5400 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 430 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 574 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 9 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1107 kg 1492 kg
Vehicle Length 5250 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1928 mm
Vehicle Height 1970 mm 1237 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2685 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 68 L


 

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