2000 Opel Corsa vs. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 600 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 2003 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
