2009 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 3 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 79 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2012 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Opel Corsa | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Corsa | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |