2004 Opel Corsa vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 459 kg more than 2004 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Corsa | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Corsa | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
