2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (192 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Because 2012 Nissan NP300 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, 2012 Nissan NP300 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (353 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Corsa | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1980 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
