2003 Honda Fit vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit.
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, 2006 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Fit | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Fit | Corsa |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |