2005 Citroen C vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 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, 2005 Citroen C (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 44 L |
