2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (189 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 44 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (230 Nm @ 1980 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Corsa | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Corsa | T5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1980 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1203 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |