2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1420 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 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 2395 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 96 L |
