2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2005 Opel Corsa and 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,920 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1602 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm) has 642 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Opel Corsa | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Corsa | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 4920 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 750 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 803 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |