2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 6 kg more than 2005 Citroen C5.
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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C5 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 12.4 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 | 1607 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |