2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
