2001 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 11 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Camry (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Camry weights approximately 467 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, 2012 Toyota Camry (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa. 2012 Toyota Camry 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. 2012 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Camry |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 64 L |
