2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 2 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2009 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Corsa (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Opel | Smart |
| Model | Corsa | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 33 L |
