1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 57 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot, 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1995 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 77 L |
