2007 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 660 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Accord | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
