2006 Jeep Liberty vs. 1998 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1998 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1047 kg more than 1998 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Corsa. (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Liberty | 1998 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Liberty | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 44 L |
