2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Corsa weights approximately 86 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5.
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 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 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 2010 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C5 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1527 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |