2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Corsa weights approximately 503 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (114 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Aveo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1206 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
