2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2007 GMC Sierra 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 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1300 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 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa. 2007 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Sierra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5357 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6320 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 44 L |
