2011 Ford Expedition vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1545 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Expedition | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Expedition | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2675 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5621 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1974 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3327 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 45 L |
