2007 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 2 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 411 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | BMW | Opel |
Model | 335 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |