2009 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster.
Because 2012 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Opel Corsa | 2012 Renault Duster | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Corsa | Duster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |