2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2000 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 510 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 2000 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa. 2000 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2000 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Corsa | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
