2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2036 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (166 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Excursion | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3016 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 45 L |
