2012 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2012 Ford Mondeo and 2012 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 171 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Mondeo | Corvette |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |