2004 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Accent (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 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 Hyundai Accent (105 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Hyundai Accent | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Accent | Corsa |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |