1999 Opel Corsa vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1999 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 369 kg more than 1999 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Corsa | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Corsa | Passat |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 972 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 55 L |