2001 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TL weights approximately 668 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, 2010 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa. 2010 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 2010 Acura TL | |
| Make | Opel | Acura |
| Model | Corsa | TL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2776 mm |
