2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 565 kg more than 2001 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 Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Vectra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |
