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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Vue (144 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (123 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 301 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 (206 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (165 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
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 2196 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 144 HP
Torque 165 Nm 206 Nm
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 1110 kg 1411 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 44 L 62 L


 

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