2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (124 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Corsa weights approximately 53 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra.
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 Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Vectra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
