2008 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 50 kg more 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 Opel Astra (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Astra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
