2005 MG ZR vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 MG ZR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 MG ZR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG ZR (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZR weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 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 MG ZR (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 MG ZR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG ZR | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | ZR | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
