2004 Rover 45 vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 383 kg more than 2004 Rover 45.
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 Rover 45 (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 45 | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Rover | Opel |
| Model | 45 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
