2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 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 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A3 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1794 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
