2000 Opel Corsa vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 7 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 483 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa. 2000 Opel Corsa has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Opel Corsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Opel Corsa | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Corsa | S60 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 68 L |