2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2004 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Corsa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (189 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 268 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall 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 Opel Corsa (230 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 2004 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1980 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1203 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
