2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 1116 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 Toyota Quantum is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 28.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
