2003 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic.
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, 2003 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Civic | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Corsa |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |