2008 Acura TL vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 1 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2008 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa. 2008 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | TL | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
