2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Corsa | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Opel | Citroen |
Model | Corsa | C5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |