2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 637 kg more than 2012 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (411 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
| Model | Touareg | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
