2006 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 469 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (819 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 602 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Accord | Corvette |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 819 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4476 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 15.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |