2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris

To start off, both 2005 Opel Corsa and 2005 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 112 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.

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 Opel Corsa (108 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Opel Corsa 2005 Toyota Yaris
Make Opel Toyota
Model Corsa Yaris
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1389 cc 998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 72 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 108 Nm 90 Nm
Engine Bore Size 77.6 mm 69 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.4 mm 66.7 mm
Top Speed 160 km/hour 155 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 803 kg 915 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 3650 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 45 L


 

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