2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 2003 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2003 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 2003 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
