2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
To start off, both 2007 Opel Corsa and 2007 Toyota Prius were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Prius weights approximately 225 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 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Corsa | 2007 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Corsa | Prius |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 45 L |