2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 193 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
