2005 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2005 Honda Civic 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 1,666 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 338 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 Civic (133 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 880 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 46 L |
