2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 387 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto. 2006 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Picanto | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
