2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2006 Opel Corsa and 2006 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V50 weights approximately 390 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 (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V50. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Corsa | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Corsa | V50 |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 12 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 | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |