2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Opel Vectra

To start off, both 2005 Opel Corsa and 2005 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (124 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 615 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 Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (105 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa. 2005 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Opel Corsa 2005 Opel Vectra
Make Opel Opel
Model Corsa Vectra
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1684 cc 2171 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 56 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 3250 RPM
Torque 105 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 98 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 22.4:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 144 km/hour 202 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 23.6 seconds 11.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 945 kg 1560 kg
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.4 L/100km 6.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 60 L


 

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