2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2009 Kia Sportage and 2009 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 51 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa. 2009 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2009 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 | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sportage | Corsa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |