2004 Opel Corsa vs. 2004 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2004 Opel Corsa and 2004 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,327 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo C70 (242 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo C70 weights approximately 659 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, 2004 Volvo C70 (330 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Corsa | 2004 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Corsa | C70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2327 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 330 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |