2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (189 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 162 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, 2008 Opel Corsa (230 Nm @ 1980 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Corsa | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Opel | Citroen |
Model | Corsa | C5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1980 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1203 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |