2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 503 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 (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Elantra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 4510 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
