2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2007 Ford Ranger 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 705 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 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ranger | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 45 L |
