2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Corsa (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Corsa | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
