2005 Mazda Demio vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2005 Mazda Demio and 2005 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 144 kg more than 2005 Mazda Demio. 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 Opel Corsa (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Demio | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Demio | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2500 mm |