2008 Fiat Sedici vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Fiat Sedici is newer by 3 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Sedici (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici 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 Fiat Sedici (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Sedici | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Sedici | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 975 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |
