2004 Opel Corsa vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2004 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2004 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Corsa | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 407 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 45 L |
