2007 Acura RL vs. 2007 Opel Corsa

To start off, both 2007 Acura RL and 2007 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 698 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL 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, 2007 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa. 2007 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Acura RL 2007 Opel Corsa
Make Acura Opel
Model RL Corsa
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 1389 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 290 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 347 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 77.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 73.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1578 kg 880 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 46 L


 

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