2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 650 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Sedona (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sedona | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2500 mm |
