2008 Nissan Primera vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Primera (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 283 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 Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Primera | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Primera | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
