2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 6 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 445 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, 2011 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Corsa | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
