2000 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC90 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1290 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.
Because 2010 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa. 2010 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
