2012 Opel Corsa vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 11 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2012 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2012 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:
| 2012 Opel Corsa | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Corsa | C5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
