2005 Audi A2 vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A2 would be higher. Both 2005 Audi A2 and 2008 Opel Corsa are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine.
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, 2005 Audi A2 (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A2 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
