2001 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 514 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.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (225 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (113 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Corsa | Forester |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
