2001 Ford Puma vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Puma (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 Ford Puma.
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, 2007 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Puma. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Puma | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Puma | Corsa |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |