2002 Honda Insight 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 Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,684 cc, 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 105 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight.
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 Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (105 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Insight | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Insight | Corsa |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1684 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 945 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |