2008 Citroen C-Crosser vs. 2008 Opel Corsa

To start off, both 2008 Citroen C-Crosser and 2008 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C-Crosser is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C-Crosser weights approximately 805 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.

Because 2008 Citroen C-Crosser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser 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, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C-Crosser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C-Crosser 2008 Opel Corsa
Make Citroen Opel
Model C-Crosser Corsa
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2179 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 0 HP
Torque 380 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 77.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 73.4 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 200 km/hour 166 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.2 seconds 12 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1825 kg 1020 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 3510 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.2 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 45 L