2007 Honda Jazz vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Jazz weights approximately 77 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa. 2007 Honda Jazz 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 Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Jazz | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Jazz | Corsa |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1013 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 44 L |