2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
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 Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 56 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai 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 Samurai 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsa | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
