2000 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2000 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, 2005 Peugeot 407 (317 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 407 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 66 L |
