2006 Morgan Plus 8 vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2006 Morgan Plus 8 and 2006 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Morgan Plus 8 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Morgan Plus 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Morgan Plus 8 (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Morgan Plus 8 | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Morgan | Opel |
Model | Plus 8 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |