2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 406. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.
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, 2005 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 406. (164 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 406 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 45 L |
