2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara 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 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 110 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 Opel Corsa (112 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Xsara | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 12.2 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 | 990 kg | 880 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 46 L |
