2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (148 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa.
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 CR-V (350 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm). This means 2011 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa. 2011 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Corsa | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
