2008 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |