2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 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 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (177 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 282 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 Volvo V70 (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa. 2007 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. 2007 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1983 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 9.5 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 | 1200 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
