2007 Mazda 5 vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2007 Mazda 5 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 5 weights approximately 311 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.
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, 2007 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 5 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | 5 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |