2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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 156 more horse power than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 520 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 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 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Odyssey. 2006 Honda Odyssey 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 Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |