2009 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Audi A5

To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 530 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.

Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Opel Corsa 2010 Audi A5
Make Opel Audi
Model Corsa A5
Year Released 2009 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 3197 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 88 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 4623 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1382 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 67 L


 

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