2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 45 (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 45 weights approximately 360 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, 2006 Rover 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (105 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2006 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Corsa | 45 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1992 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.4:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 23.6 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1305 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
