2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,684 cc, 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Fit weights approximately 184 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, 2011 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (105 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Corsa | Fit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1129 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
