2009 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle 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, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Opel Corsa | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Corsa | Beetle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |