2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 5 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (108 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corsa | B |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2699 mm |
