2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Opel Corsa and 2007 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 303 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.
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 Astra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Corsa | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Corsa | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |