2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 513 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | CR-V | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1533 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 44 L |
