2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2002 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 45 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 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 Corsa (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2002 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Corsa | 45 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1105 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
