2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 383 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 Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 100 L |
