2006 Fiat Punto 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 Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 708 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 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (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 Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Punto | Corsa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 73.4 mm |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 44 L |