2001 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 10 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 460 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.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Corsa | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
Model | Corsa | Lancer |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |