2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Corsa weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Expedition | Corsa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 44 L |