2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2005 Opel Corsa

To start off, both 2005 Nissan Altima 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (75 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 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 Nissan Altima (338 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (166 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Nissan Altima 2005 Opel Corsa
Make Nissan Opel
Model Altima Corsa
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3490 cc 1686 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 250 HP 75 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 166 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 45 L