2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1642 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 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa. 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2011 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
