2012 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2012 Opel Astra 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 228 kg more than 2012 Opel Astra.
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, 2012 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Opel Astra | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Astra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
