2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 602 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, 2012 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (105 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Corsa | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1547 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
