2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2010 Nissan Livina 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Livina weights approximately 424 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 Nissan Livina (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Corsa | 2010 Nissan Livina | |
Make | Opel | Nissan |
Model | Corsa | Livina |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |