2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 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 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C5 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |