2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C5 and 2001 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa. 2001 Opel Corsa has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Corsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C5 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 44 L |