2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4

To start off, both 2005 Opel Corsa and 2005 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 546 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Opel Corsa 2005 Toyota RAV4
Make Opel Toyota
Model Corsa RAV4
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1389 cc 1988 cc
Horse Power 87 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77.6 mm 82.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.4 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 18.6:1
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.3 seconds 12.1 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 924 kg 1470 kg
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 57 L


 

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