2009 Hyundai Elantra 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 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Corsa weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Elantra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 46 L |
