2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 @ 6200 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 179 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V 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, 2009 Honda HR-V 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 (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | HR-V |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |