2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 84 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.
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 CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-7 | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | CX-7 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 44 L |
