2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2005 Opel Vectra and 2005 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 309 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.
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 (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Vectra | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Vectra | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1181 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 44 L |