2000 Opel Corsa vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2002 Honda Z is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Z weights approximately 95 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z 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, 2000 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z. 2002 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 2002 Honda Z | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Corsa | Z |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
