2003 Toyota Condor vs. 2011 Opel Corsa

To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Condor (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 265 kg more than 2011 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Toyota Condor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Condor (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Toyota Condor 2011 Opel Corsa
Make Toyota Opel
Model Condor Corsa
Year Released 2003 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2438 cc 1389 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 109 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 196 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 18.3:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 1230 kg
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 46 L


 

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