2005 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (287 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 885 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa. 2005 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Yukon | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2500 mm |
