2000 Nissan Almera vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 116 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.
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 Opel Corsa (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Almera | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Almera | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
