2003 Opel Corsa vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2003 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Corsa | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Opel | Xedos |
Model | Corsa | 9 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |