2002 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Corsa weights approximately 108 kg more than 2002 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, 2004 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C5 | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C5 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 44 L |