2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,485 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 474 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.

Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Opel Corsa 2001 Nissan X-Trail
Make Opel Nissan
Model Corsa X-Trail
Year Released 2005 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 2485 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77.6 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.4 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.5:1
Top Speed 171 km/hour 191 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.6 seconds 9.9 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1020 kg 1494 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.8 L/100km 9.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 44 L 60 L


 

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