2005 Holden Cruze 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 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Cruze 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 (192 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 218 kg more than 2005 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Cruze 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 Holden Cruze 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (353 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Cruze | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Cruze | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1980 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1203 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |