2003 Nissan Pickup vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pickup is newer by 2 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 785 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 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa. 2001 Opel Corsa has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Corsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pickup | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Pickup | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2500 mm |
