2001 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 538 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Opel | Chrysler |
| Model | Corsa | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
