2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Honda Odyssey

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 7,011 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (240 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 460 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 2009 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 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Odyssey. 2004 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Corvette 2004 Honda Odyssey
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Corvette Odyssey
Year Released 2009 2004
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7011 cc 3474 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 505 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 635 Nm 328 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.1:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 1955 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5120 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 69 L 76 L


 

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