2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 425 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 2002 Porsche 911 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, 2002 Porsche 911 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (166 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Corsa | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 841 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 100.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
