2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Opel Corsa

To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 613 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.

Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 C (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mercedes-Benz C 2007 Opel Corsa
Make Mercedes-Benz Opel
Model C Corsa
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 1389 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 77.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 73.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.1 seconds 12.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1535 kg 922 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 3740 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.8 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 46 L


 

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