2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 4 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), 2011 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 320 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.
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, 2011 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Opel | Dacia |
| Model | Corsa | Duster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
