2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1045 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.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey will offer significantly more control. 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 Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (105 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa. 2006 Honda Odyssey 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. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Odyssey | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1684 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 945 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |
