2001 Opel Corsa vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Corsa | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 100 L |
