2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2006 Toyota Matrix
To start off, both 2006 Opel Corsa and 2006 Toyota Matrix were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Matrix (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Because 2006 Toyota Matrix 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 Toyota Matrix 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 Toyota Matrix (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Corsa | 2006 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Corsa | Matrix |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 45 L |