2009 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2009 Audi S4 and 2009 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 300 kg more than 2009 Audi S4.
Because 2009 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 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 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa. 2009 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S4 | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | S4 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
