2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2009 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2009 Fiat Siena is newer by 4 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Siena weights approximately 185 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, 2009 Fiat Siena (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2009 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Opel | Fiat |
| Model | Corsa | Siena |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 20.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2380 mm |
