2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 3 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 1,598 cc, 2008 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
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 Mazda 3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 3 | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 3 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
