2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2002 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2002 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 493 kg more than 2002 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 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 2002 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 6 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
