2007 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 150 kg more than 2011 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 Astra (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Astra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
