2000 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 10 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 519 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, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa. 2010 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2010 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Corsa | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 58 L |
