2005 Honda Jazz vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 392 kg more than 2005 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (151 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Jazz | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Jazz | Corvette |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 637 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 319 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |