2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 147 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Mustang |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 529 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 59 L |