2009 Honda Fit vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Fit 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 @ 5900 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 31 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit, 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fit | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
