2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 80 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsa | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
