2001 Opel Corsa vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 315 kg more than 2001 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Corsa | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
