2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Corsa | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 351 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |
