2000 BMW 316 vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2000 BMW 316 and 2000 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2000 BMW 316 and 2000 Opel Corsa are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 316 weights approximately 288 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Because 2000 BMW 316 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa. 2000 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 316 | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 316 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 44 L |