2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 2 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 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 106 more horse power than 2011 Ford F-450. (399 HP @ 2800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford F-450.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. 2011 Ford F-450 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. 2011 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6995 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 142 L |
