2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 449 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 2000 Subaru Impreza 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (292 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Corsa | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Corsa | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |