2008 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 222 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tacoma | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Tacoma | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
