2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2006 Opel Corsa and 2006 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 350 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.
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 (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia. 2006 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Corsa | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
