2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 152 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 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa. 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 922 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
