2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2005 Opel Corsa and 2005 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 765 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 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Corsa | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Opel | Saab |
Model | Corsa | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 75 L |