2009 Honda Stream vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 531 kg more than 2005 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 Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (105 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Stream | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Stream | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1684 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 144 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 23.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 945 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
