2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 9 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
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 Hyundai Accent (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Accent | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Accent | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |