2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 2011 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 343 kg more than 2011 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Opel |
| Model | Vanquish | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
