2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 577 kg more than 2005 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (110 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C5 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 803 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
