2000 Opel Corsa vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (235 HP) has 147 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (88 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (376 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa. 2006 Toyota Fortuner has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Fortuner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Corsa | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 65 L |
