2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 4 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), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 387 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, 2011 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa. 2011 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. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Corsa | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
