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 15 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (75 HP @ 4400 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 290 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 (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (166 Nm @ 1800 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 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |