2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 966 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 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Opel Corsa 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Opel Toyota
Model Corsa Land Cruiser
Year Released 2006 2003
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1389 cc 2986 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 87 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77.7 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.4 mm 103 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 18.4:1
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.2 seconds 12.7 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1946 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 46 L 87 L


 

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