2000 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 5 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 414 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 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Corsa | 2005 Chevrolet S-10 | |
Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
Model | Corsa | S-10 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3130 mm |