2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2000 Opel Corsa

To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1616 kg more than 2000 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 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Express 2000 Opel Corsa
Make Chevrolet Opel
Model Express Corsa
Year Released 2004 2000
Body Type Van Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5970 cc 1199 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 112 Nm
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 72.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 72.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 10.1:1
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2481 kg 865 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 70 L


 

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