2007 Honda Element vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 970 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element 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 Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa. 2007 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Element | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
