2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2007 Mazda 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (135 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 425 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 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 6 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | 6 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |