2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2003 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2003 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 393 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2003 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Explorer | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |
