2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2006 Opel Corsa and 2006 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 592 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 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa. 2006 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Opel Corsa | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Corsa | V70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 11 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 | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |