2005 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 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 Opel Astra (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (161 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Astra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
