2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 2 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 418 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, 2007 Opel Astra (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Corsa | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1393 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 52 L |
