2007 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 65 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 (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | A | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 44 L |
