2003 Honda Insight 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 Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Insight 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 33 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Insight | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Insight | Corsa |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |