2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (377 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 480 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 2004 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Corsa | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Corsa | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1455 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 89 L |