2001 Opel Corsa vs. 2009 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2009 Proton Gen-2 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 2009 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Corsa | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
