2006 Mini One vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mini One would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini One weights approximately 6 kg more than 2007 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, 2006 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini One | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | One | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1387 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
