2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2008 Opel Corsa and 2008 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 589 kg more than 2008 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 Volvo V70 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | V70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |
