2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Corvette and 2009 Ford Expedition were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2009 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Expedition. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6995 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 127 L |
