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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 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 414 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C5 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1387 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
