2005 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 789 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 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | MDX | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 46 L |
