2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 55 kg more than 2011 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Patrol | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
