2002 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 264 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Corsa |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 44 L |