2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 675 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 2009 Toyota Hilux 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 80 L |
