2004 Opel Corsa vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2004 Opel Corsa and 2004 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (167 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 103 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 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (225 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Corsa | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Corsa | S60 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |