2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2007 Opel Corsa

To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 432 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 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Hyundai Tucson 2007 Opel Corsa
Make Hyundai Opel
Model Tucson Corsa
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1975 cc 1387 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 139 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 77.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93.5 mm 73.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 180 km/hour 160 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.4 seconds 12.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1542 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 50 L


 

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