1996 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 643 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Corsa | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Touran |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
