2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 5 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 560 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, 2010 Brilliance BS4 (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (105 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2010 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | Opel | Brilliance |
| Model | Corsa | BS4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1832 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 23.6 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1505 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
