2000 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 255 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
