2000 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 11 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 865 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 2011 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 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, 2011 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Corsa | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Corsa | XC60 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1921 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |