2007 Acura TL vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2010 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Corsa weights approximately 163 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 2007 Acura TL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Acura TL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Corsa. 2007 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Acura | Opel |
Model | TL | Corsa |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |