2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 369 kg more than 2007 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, 2010 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa. 2010 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Corsa | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
