2005 Kia Carens 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 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 292 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.
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 Kia Carens (148 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Carens | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |