2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2008 Renault Trafic is newer by 3 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Trafic weights approximately 940 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, 2008 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2008 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3100 mm |
