2002 Opel Corsa vs. 2002 Proton Impian

To start off, both 2002 Opel Corsa and 2002 Proton Impian were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Proton Impian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Proton Impian (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Proton Impian should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Proton Impian weights approximately 300 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Proton Impian (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Proton Impian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Opel Corsa 2002 Proton Impian
Make Opel Proton
Model Corsa Impian
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Size 998 cc 1584 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 58 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 905 kg 1205 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2610 mm


 

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