2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 255 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (151 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 44 L |
