2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 534 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-250 | 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | E-250 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 53 L |