2011 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Opel Corsa

To start off, both 2011 Ford Ranger 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2011 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Corsa.

Because 2011 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Ford Ranger 2011 Opel Corsa
Make Ford Opel
Model Ranger Corsa
Year Released 2011 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4000 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 207 HP 88 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 322 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5171 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 1763 mm 1410 mm
Vehicle Height 1684 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 3193 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 45 L


 

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