2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Because 2009 Ford E-150 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 Ford E-150. 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa. 2009 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford E-150 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | E-150 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |