2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (108 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Transporter | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
