2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic.
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, 1999 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
