2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1270 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 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Opel Corsa 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Opel Toyota
Model Corsa Land Cruiser
Year Released 2006 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1794 cc 4164 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 106 HP 218 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 441 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 2470 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 60 L


 

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