2005 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2005 Honda Accord and 2005 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 726 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 880 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 46 L |