2003 Mazda 2 vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 Mazda 2. 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, 2003 Mazda 2 (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 2 | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 2 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
