2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2009 Citroen C8
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 3 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C8 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 763 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, 2009 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa. 2009 Citroen C8 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. 2009 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2009 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Corsa | C8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
