2006 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 1 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 5 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Corsa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |