2000 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 8 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 695 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa. 2008 Citroen C5 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. 2008 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Corsa | C5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
