2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2006 Opel Corsa and 2006 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 345 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 2006 BMW Z4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW Z4 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa. 2006 BMW Z4 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. 2006 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Opel | BMW |
| Model | Corsa | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
