2011 Acura TL vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2011 Acura TL and 2011 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2011 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 458 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa. 2011 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Acura TL | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Acura | Opel |
Model | TL | Corsa |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1688 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4966 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |