2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,398 cc, 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 206. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 41 kg more 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1124 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 50 L |
