2003 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Ka weights approximately 35 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.
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 Ford Ka (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Corsa | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Corsa | Ka |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
