2005 Mazda Carol vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Corsa (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Corsa weights approximately 768 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 2004 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Carol | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Carol | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 657 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 44 L |