2003 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 2 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 355 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.
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, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Corsa | 2005 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Corsa | Sunfire |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |