2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2002 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Prius weights approximately 328 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
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, 2002 Toyota Prius (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa. 2002 Toyota Prius 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. 2002 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2002 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Prius |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 922 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 48 L |
