2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C4 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C4 weights approximately 326 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.
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 C4 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C4 | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C4 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |