2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 572 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Corsa | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Corsa | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 12.4 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 | 1552 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |