2007 BMW 750 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Corsa

To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Corsa would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 900 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW 750 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. 2007 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2005 Vauxhall Corsa has manual transmission. 2005 Vauxhall Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 750 2005 Vauxhall Corsa
Make BMW Vauxhall
Model 750 Corsa
Year Released 2007 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4797 cc 1199 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 360 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1835 kg 935 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2500 mm


 

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