2001 Opel Corsa vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 531 kg more than 2001 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, 2007 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 307 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.3 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |
