2012 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Escape would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 46 kg more than 2011 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 586 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape. 2011 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Ford Escape | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Escape |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 638 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 818 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4475 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1237 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |