2001 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Corsa (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 4 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. 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, 2001 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Corsa | Rio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4026 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
