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 @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2007 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 Nissan Altima (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 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 | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
