2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 590 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 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 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Odyssey. 2004 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Odyssey | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Odyssey | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2685 mm |
