2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 88 kg more than 2012 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 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
Model | Golf | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |