2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 7,011 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (223 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 44 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 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 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7011 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 635 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 59 L |