2001 Acura CL vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 33 kg more than 2001 Acura CL.
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, 2001 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa. 2001 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura CL | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | CL | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
