2009 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 2 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 115 kg more than 2011 Ford Escape.
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, 2011 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa. 2011 Ford Escape 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. 2011 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Corsa | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Corsa | Escape |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
