2009 BMW 120 vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 2 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (192 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 237 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Because 2009 BMW 120 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 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (353 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | BMW | Opel |
| Model | 120 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1980 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1203 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
