2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 90 kg more 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 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Grande Punto | Corsa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 44 L |