2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 331 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 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Corsa | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Corsa | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |