2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque vs. 2012 Opel Corsa

To start off, both 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque and 2012 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque weights approximately 439 kg more than 2012 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 2012 Opel Corsa
Make Land Rover Opel
Model Range Rover Evoque Corsa
Year Released 2012 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2000 cc 1389 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 242 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 217 km/hour 166 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.1 seconds 12.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type 6-speed shiftable automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1669 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 4366 mm 3740 mm
Vehicle Width 1966 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1636 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2662 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 46 L


 

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