2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 453 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.
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, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Corsa | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 66 L |
