2012 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Honda Accord would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 53 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord. 2011 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Accord |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 638 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 818 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4475 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1237 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |