2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20.
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, 2006 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Corsa | i20 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
