2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2006 Ford Fusion 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 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 470 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.
Because 2006 Ford Fusion is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Fusion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Corsa (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Fusion | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 44 L |
