2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (212 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Crown weights approximately 480 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 2003 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Toyota Crown (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa. 2003 Toyota Crown 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. 2003 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 71 L |
