2008 BMW 118 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Corsa would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 118 (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. 2008 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 2001 Vauxhall Corsa has manual transmission. 2001 Vauxhall Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2001 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 118 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
