2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1999 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 390 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, 1999 Toyota Picnic (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (105 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 1999 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Picnic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1335 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
