2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 125 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2002 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 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
