2000 Opel Corsa vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa.
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, 2000 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Corsa | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Corsa | 406 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |