2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 575 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.
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 Volkswagen Passat (351 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 62 L |
