2005 Honda Fit vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 553 kg more than 2005 Honda Fit. 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 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Fit | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Fit | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |