2007 Volvo S80 vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2010 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Corsa. 2007 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S80 | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Volvo | Opel |
| Model | S80 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |
