2007 Lotus Elise vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2007 Lotus Elise 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. 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 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Elise | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Elise | Corsa |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 44 L |