2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Fabia 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 278 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
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 Skoda Fabia (155 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2008 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Corsa | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 922 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
