2009 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Corsa | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Corsa | 3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
