2007 Nissan Almera vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Almera 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Almera. (113 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Almera weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 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 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Almera. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Almera | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Almera | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 44 L |
