2002 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 76 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Corsa |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |