2007 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 2 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 615 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 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (108 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa. 2007 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. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 803 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
