2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2004 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 528 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 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Opel Corsa 2004 Subaru Forester
Make Opel Subaru
Model Corsa Forester
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 998 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 319 Nm
Engine Bore Size 73.4 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.6 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 8.2:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 935 kg 1463 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.3 L/100km 11.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 44 L 60 L