2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2008 Proton Gen-2 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2008 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Corsa | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
