2005 Holden Cruze vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (107 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 115 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 2008 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, 2008 Opel Corsa (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Cruze | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
