2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 139 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Opel Corsa 2013 Subaru Impreza
Make Opel Subaru
Model Corsa Impreza
Year Released 2005 2013
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1248 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 69 HP 146 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 197 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 69.6 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Single Speed
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1181 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1988 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1465 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2645 mm


 

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