2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Opel Corsa and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 300 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, 2005 Opel Astra (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Corsa | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Corsa | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1229 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |