2008 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 775 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Grandis | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 44 L |
