2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-250 weights approximately 359 kg more than 2000 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-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | E-250 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |