2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP) has 326 more horse power than 2008 Opel Corsa. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 44 L |
