2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 204 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (819 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | HR-V | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 819 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4476 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
