1996 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa. 2011 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Opel Corsa | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Corsa | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1193 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |