2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 331 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 Toyota Corolla (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1996 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1255 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
