2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 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 (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (157 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 520 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Honda CR-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, 2006 Honda CR-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 (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V. 2006 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
