2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2007 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2007 Pontiac G5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac G5 (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Pontiac G5 (206 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2007 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Corsa | G5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
