2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2006 Ford E-150 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-150 weights approximately 732 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-150 | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | E-150 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |