2008 Opel Frontera vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Frontera 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Frontera (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 645 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 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Frontera | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Frontera | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1826 kg | 1181 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 44 L |
