2001 Opel Corsa vs. 2009 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 8 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Vibe (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Because 2009 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2009 Pontiac Vibe (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 2009 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Corsa | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 49 L |
