2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (90 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 109 kg more 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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 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 | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
