2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Opel Corsa

To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Corvette and 2005 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (166 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Corvette 2005 Opel Corsa
Make Chevrolet Opel
Model Corvette Corsa
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 1686 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 400 HP 75 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 544 Nm 166 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 4.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 45 L