2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 482 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.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | CR-V | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2202 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
