2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, both 2005 Opel Corsa and 2005 Volkswagen Sharan were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 356 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 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Corsa | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Corsa | Sharan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1331 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |