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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 4400 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 33 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 Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
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 | 1686 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 52 L |