2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1215 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 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Corsa | X5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 85 L |
