2008 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 1 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 150 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |