2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Honda Today

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 741 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Corvette 1996 Honda Today
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Corvette Today
Year Released 2006 1996
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6998 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 506 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 637 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1451 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1400 mm


 

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