2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. 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 Odyssey (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa. 2004 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Odyssey | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Odyssey | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2500 mm |
