2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
