2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP) has 372 more horse power than 1998 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CR-V weights approximately 422 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 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 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V, 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6996 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 644 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8 |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
