2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa.
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, 2001 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |
