2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5.
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, 2006 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C5 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
