2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo.
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 Corsa (165 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Echo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 71 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2380 mm |
