2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 3 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (391 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 395 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Honda Accord, 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
