2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 559 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Corsa | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Corsa | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |