2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo. 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 Corsa (139 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Corsa | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Corsa | Echo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 122 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2380 mm |