2005 Ford Fusion vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2005 Ford Fusion 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fusion (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fusion weights approximately 246 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 Ford Fusion (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Fusion | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Fusion | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2500 mm |