2000 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2008 Kia Amanti is newer by 8 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa.
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, 2008 Kia Amanti (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 2008 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Corsa | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
