2010 Opel Corsa vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 133 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Corsa. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Opel Corsa | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Corsa | C5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
