2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2005 Opel Corsa and 2005 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 319 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.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Corsa | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Corsa | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |