Mazda MX-5 2015 vs Opel Corsa 2011
| Body: | Cabrio | Hatchback | |
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| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 1.5 Petrol | 1.4 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 131 HP | 100 HP | |
| Torque: | 150 NM | 130 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.3 seconds | 11.9 seconds | |
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Mazda MX-5 is more dynamic to drive. Mazda MX-5 engine produces 31 HP more power than Opel Corsa, whereas torque is 20 NM more than Opel Corsa. Thanks to more power Mazda MX-5 reaches 100 km/h speed 3.6 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.0 | 5.5 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.2 l/100km | 6.7 l/100km | |
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The Mazda MX-5 is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Mazda MX-5 consumes 0.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Opel Corsa, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mazda MX-5 could require 75 litres more fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Mazda MX-5 consumes 0.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Opel Corsa. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 45 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 830 km in combined cycle | 810 km in combined cycle | |
| 1020 km on highway | 970 km on highway | ||
| 800 km with real consumption | 670 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Opel Corsa) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Mazda MX-5) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 125 mm (4.9 inches) | 140 mm (5.5 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Opel Corsa can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Opel Corsa version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 3.92 m | 4.00 m | |
| Width: | 1.73 m | 1.71 m | |
| Height: | 1.24 m | 1.49 m | |
| Mazda MX-5 is 8 cm shorter than the Opel Corsa, 2 cm wider, while the height of Mazda MX-5 is 25 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 130 litres | 285 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1050 litres | |
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Opel Corsa has more luggage space. Mazda MX-5 has 155 litres less trunk space than the Opel Corsa. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 9.4 meters | 10.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda MX-5 is 0.8 metres less than that of the Opel Corsa, which means Mazda MX-5 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`215 | 1`565 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Mazda MX-5 scores higher in safety tests. The Mazda MX-5 scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | no data | average | |
| Average price (€): | 19 000 | 3400 | |
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