2007 Honda Element 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 Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 970 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Because 2007 Honda Element 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 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Element | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
