2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Spark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Spark would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 818 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. 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, 2012 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Spark | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Spark | Corsa |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 793 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.6 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |