2004 Opel Corsa vs. 2002 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Corsa (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Corsa weights approximately 298 kg more than 2002 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2004 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Corsa | 2002 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |
