2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 612 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.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (105 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Corsa | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 3800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1557 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
