2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2002 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Astra (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Astra weights approximately 311 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, 2002 Opel Astra (256 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2002 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Corsa | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
