2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Honda Stream
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (406 HP) has 249 more horse power than 2005 Honda Stream. (157 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Stream, 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 (542 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (192 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Stream |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 406 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
