2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 437 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.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Sportage | Corsa |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |