2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 37 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
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, 2007 Opel Corsa (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Fiesta | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.8 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
