2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga is newer by 3 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 135 kg more than 2011 Ford Kuga.
Because 2011 Ford Kuga 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, 2011 Ford Kuga 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, 2011 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Corsa | Kuga |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 53 L |
