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Opel Corsa D 5-door 1.4i 16V ECOTEC (90 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Opel Corsa:
The Opel Corsa is a supermini car manufactured and marketed by Opel since 1982. The car is known as the Vauxhall Corsa in the United Kingdom. Before General Motors sold Opel and Vauxhall to PSA Group in 2017, the Corsa was also rebadged under the Chevrolet, Holden and Buick brands.
The Corsa was once the best-selling car in the world in 1998, recording 910,839 sales. At that time, the Corsa assembled on four continents, marketed under five different marques and offered in five body styles. By 2007, over 18 million Corsas had been sold globally....(Read more on Wikipedia)
D 5-door Overview:
Opel Corsa (D 5-door). With 125 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.7 l/100km). Weighing only 1163 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.8 s). The top speed reaches 166 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.4i 16V ECOTEC (90 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Performance is dulled by the automatic gearbox, making it less responsive than the manual.
Fuel Economy
Noticeably higher fuel consumption compared to the manual version, impacting running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Comfortable ride quality for its class
- • Spacious interior for a supermini
- • Good range of economical diesel engines
- • Strong Euro NCAP safety rating
- • Stylish and modern design for its era
Cons:
- • Some petrol engines can feel underpowered
- • Interior plastics can feel cheap in lower trims
- • Automatic gearboxes can be sluggish and impact economy
- • Rear visibility can be limited due to thick C-pillars
- • Steering can lack feedback compared to rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(C: October, 2000 - June, 2003).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Corsa |
| Generation: | D 5-door |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4i 16V ECOTEC (90 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | October, 2006 |
| End of production: | October, 2009 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 5600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 66 Hp/l [182mm more] |
| Torque: | 125 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Z14XEP More details about the engine Z14XEP |
| Engine displacement: | 1364 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Coolant: | 5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 73.4 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 80.6 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 166 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.9 kg/Hp, 77.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.3 kg/Nm, 107.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1163 |
| Max. weight: | 1665 |
| Max load: | 502 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1100 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 285 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 44 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3999 mm mm [182mm more] |
| Width: | 1737 mm mm [91mm more] |
| Height: | 1488 mm mm [48mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2511 mm mm [20mm more] |
| Front track: | 1485 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1478 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.4 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 185/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension |
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