2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Porsche 911

To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Opel Corsa 2005 Porsche 911
Make Opel Porsche
Model Corsa 911
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1396 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 445 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77.6 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.4 mm 76.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 171 km/hour 307 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.4 seconds 4.2 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1060 kg 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.4 L/100km 13.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 64 L


 

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