2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 580 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 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (105 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Corsa | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 2400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1525 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
