2011 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent

To start off, both 2011 Opel Corsa and 2011 Hyundai Accent were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 128 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Accent.

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 Hyundai Accent (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa. 2011 Hyundai Accent 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 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Opel Corsa 2011 Hyundai Accent
Make Opel Hyundai
Model Corsa Accent
Year Released 2011 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 88 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4850 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1102 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 4115 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1699 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 43 L


 

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