2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 485 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.
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, 2009 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C5 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 44 L |
