2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 188 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
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 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Skoda | Opel |
Model | Octavia | Corsa |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |