2005 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 793 kg more than 2005 Kia Pride Wagon. 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 Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Pride Wagon | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Pride Wagon | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |