2008 Kia Picanto vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2008 Kia Picanto 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 92 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
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 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Picanto | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Picanto | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 99 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.9 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |