2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 282 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (540 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
