2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 245 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.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Corsa | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Corsa | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |