2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2010 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 310 kg more than 2010 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Frontier | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Frontier | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
