2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2008 Opel Corsa

To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Voyager and 2008 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Voyager (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Chrysler Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler Voyager 2008 Opel Corsa
Make Chrysler Opel
Model Voyager Corsa
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2429 cc 1248 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 145 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 183 km/hour 167 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1915 kg 1675 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4010 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 44 L


 

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