2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2008 Ford Mustang 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Because 2008 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel 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 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
