2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 937 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
