2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 555 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.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Corsa | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.7 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 67 L |
