2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C5 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 44 L |