2008 Honda Fit vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Fit | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Fit | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 44 L |