2000 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Reno 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Reno (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Reno weights approximately 377 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.
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 Suzuki Reno (170 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Reno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 2005 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsa | Reno |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
