2006 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 565 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
Model | Lancer | Corsa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |