2002 Opel Corsa vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2002 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 610 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Corsa | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | S60 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
