2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Altima weights approximately 470 kg more than 2007 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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Altima | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Altima | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |