2008 Nissan Tiida vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Tiida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Tiida (124 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 372 kg more than 2001 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 Tiida (173 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Tiida | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Tiida | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1307 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
