2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Corsa weights approximately 356 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V.
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 HR-V (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | HR-V | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
