2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2006 Opel Corsa and 2006 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,398 cc, 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 312 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 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa. 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1390 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 55 L |
