2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2007 Opel Corsa and 2007 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 702 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 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo S60 (351 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa. 2007 Volvo S60 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. 2007 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 62 L |
