2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 74 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 Corsa (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Corsa | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Corsa | Samurai |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |