2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 124 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. 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 Opel Corsa (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Panda | Corsa |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |