2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (306 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2004 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Range Rover | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
