2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford F-150 | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | F-150 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 44 L |