2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2002 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (90 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 750 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, 2002 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa. 2002 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2002 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
