2002 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Corsa |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1794 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |