2010 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 577 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
| Model | Tiguan | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1687 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 44 L |
