2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 495 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, 2008 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |
