1999 Opel Corsa vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser

To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1999 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 983 kg more than 1999 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Opel Corsa 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
Make Opel Toyota
Model Corsa FJ Cruiser
Year Released 1999 2013
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 972 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 82 Nm 367 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72.5 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.6 mm 95 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1963 kg
Vehicle Length 3740 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 44 L 72 L


 

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