2013 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2013 Ford Explorer and 2013 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2013 Ford Explorer. (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 691 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Explorer. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Explorer. 2013 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Ford Explorer | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Explorer | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2146 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5006 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2291 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1803 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
