2002 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 2 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 723 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic, 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Civic | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
