2002 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Lexus CT
To start off, 2012 Lexus CT is newer by 10 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lexus CT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus CT (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus CT should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus CT weights approximately 522 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, 2012 Lexus CT (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus CT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Corsa | 2012 Lexus CT | |
| Make | Opel | Lexus |
| Model | Corsa | CT |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2601 mm |
