2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 334 kg more than 2007 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 (115 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C5 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
