2004 Honda Fit vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit. 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, 2004 Honda Fit (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Fit | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Fit | Corsa |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |