2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Splash 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.
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 (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsa | Splash |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 74.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11:01 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1050 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
