2006 Honda FR-V vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2006 Honda FR-V. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 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 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda FR-V | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | FR-V | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
