2003 Opel Corsa vs. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, both 2003 Opel Corsa and 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2003 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1195 kg more than 2003 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Corsa. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Corsa | 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
Model | Corsa | TrailBlazer |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 4157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2880 mm |