2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.
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, 2005 Opel Corsa (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Picanto | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 975 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 46 L |
