2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Forester | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Subaru | Opel |
Model | Forester | Corsa |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 44 L |