2005 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 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 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda Civic 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Honda Chevrolet
Model Civic Corvette
Year Released 2005 2002
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1672 cc 5666 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 115 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 152 Nm 485 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.1:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1075 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.9 L/100km 14 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 53 L


 

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