2009 Opel Corsa vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, both 2009 Opel Corsa and 2009 Hyundai i20 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa.
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 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa. 2009 Hyundai i20 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 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Corsa | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Corsa | i20 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
