2007 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 417 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 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Accord | Corvette |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 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 | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |