2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 465 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 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Corsa | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Corsa | Exeo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2642 mm |