2005 Kia Rio 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 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio.
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 (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rio | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
