2004 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 460 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.
Because 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 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, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa. 2004 Opel Corsa has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Opel Corsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Corsa | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Corsa | A3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |
