2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2005 Opel Corsa and 2005 Saturn Vue were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Vue (250 HP) has 192 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (58 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Vue weights approximately 673 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 Saturn Vue (328 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Corsa | 2005 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Opel | Saturn |
Model | Corsa | Vue |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 88 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |