2009 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 348 kg more than 2009 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Opel Corsa | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Corsa | Touran |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 13.5 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 | 1230 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |