2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (192 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 190 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (353 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | GTI |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1980 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1203 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
