2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Kangoo 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 (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Corsa | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Corsa | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 50 L |