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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 4400 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 225 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 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 6 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | 6 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1205 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 | 8.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |