2002 Honda Vamos 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 Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (192 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 243 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (353 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Vamos | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1203 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 45 L |
