2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2006 Saleen S7
To start off, both 2006 Opel Corsa and 2006 Saleen S7 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 644 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saleen S7 weights approximately 47 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 Saleen S7 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 Saleen S7. 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 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 789 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2006 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Opel | Saleen |
| Model | Corsa | S7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 7000 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2692 mm |
