2001 Opel Corsa vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour 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 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForFour weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 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, 2006 Smart ForFour (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Corsa | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Opel | Smart |
Model | Corsa | ForFour |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |