2009 Honda Insight vs. 2003 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Insight (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 371 kg more than 2003 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 Insight (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Insight | 2003 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Insight | Corsa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |