2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 780 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-150 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 44 L |
