2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Corvette and 2008 Honda Jazz were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP) has 428 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 192 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz, 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
