2004 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 76 kg more than 2004 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, 2011 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Corsa | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Corsa | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1186 kg |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 50 L |
