2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Honda Vamos

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos 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 460 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 491 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Corvette 2002 Honda Vamos
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Corvette Vamos
Year Released 2006 2002
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 46 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 637 Nm 149 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1451 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 3410 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 73 L


 

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