2006 Fiat Panda 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 Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda 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 19 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa. 2006 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Panda | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
