2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 7 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 997 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Spark (67 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 2005 Opel Corsa (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2012 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corsa | Spark |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
