2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 171 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
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 Opel Corsa (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Corsa | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1181 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 44 L |
