2001 Acura EL vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,794 cc, 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Acura EL.
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, 2006 Opel Corsa (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura EL | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | EL | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 1794 cc |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
