2006 Fiat Idea vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Idea weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Idea | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Idea | Corsa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |