2009 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 987 kg more than 2000 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 44 L |
