2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C5 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 C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 628 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 C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (105 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C5 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1684 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 144 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 23.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 945 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |