2005 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz A 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.
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 Mercedes-Benz A (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | A | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1389 cc |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 924 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 46 L |
