2006 Hyundai Getz vs. 2006 Opel Corsa

To start off, both 2006 Hyundai Getz 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine.

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 Opel Corsa (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Getz. (18 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Getz. 2006 Hyundai Getz has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Getz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Hyundai Getz 2006 Opel Corsa
Make Hyundai Opel
Model Getz Corsa
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1399 cc 1686 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 99 HP
Torque 18 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2300 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1650 mm


 

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