2001 Opel Corsa vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser

To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 12 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 983 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 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Opel Corsa 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
Make Opel Toyota
Model Corsa FJ Cruiser
Year Released 2001 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1389 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 126 Nm 367 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77.6 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.4 mm 95 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1963 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 44 L 72 L


 

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