2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,684 cc, 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 373 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.
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 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (105 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1420 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.4:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 23.6 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1318 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
