2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, both 2002 Chevrolet Corvette and 2002 Honda Z were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 454 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Honda Z | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Z |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |