2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 53 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Corsa | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Corsa | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1127 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |