2006 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Opel Corsa

To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2003 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Corsa.

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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda Accord 2003 Opel Corsa
Make Honda Opel
Model Accord Corsa
Year Released 2006 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 58 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 88 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 1460 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1450 mm


 

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