2000 Nissan Primera 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 Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Primera weights approximately 275 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, 2000 Nissan Primera (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Primera | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Primera | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
