2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Because 2009 SsangYong Chairman W 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 SsangYong Chairman W. 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, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Corsa | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
