2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 147 kg more than 2011 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sportage (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sportage | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
