2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2006 Holden Cruze
To start off, both 2006 Opel Corsa and 2006 Holden Cruze were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2006 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Holden Cruze weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Because 2006 Holden Cruze 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, 2006 Holden Cruze 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 (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Holden Cruze. 2006 Holden Cruze 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 Holden Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2006 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Opel | Holden |
| Model | Corsa | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
