2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i20 (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 150 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 Hyundai i20 (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Corsa | i20 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
