2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 503 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, 2009 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |