2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Opel Corsa

To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 2009 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Kia Sportage 2007 Opel Corsa
Make Kia Opel
Model Sportage Corsa
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1974 cc 1686 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 139 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 1205 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1440 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.3 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 45 L


 

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