2004 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sportage | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sportage | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1794 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
