2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (240 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 463 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 2013 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 2013 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm). This means 2013 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 2013 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2013 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 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Honda Chevrolet
Model Odyssey Corvette
Year Released 2004 2013
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 424 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 328 Nm 575 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 1492 kg
Vehicle Length 5120 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1928 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1236 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2685 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.4 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 12.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 68 L


 

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