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, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa.

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 (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.

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 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.4:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 145 km/hour 171 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 15.1 seconds 15.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.7 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 55 L


 

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