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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 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 255 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 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | A | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
