2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ 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 33 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ. 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Corsa | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Corsa | iQ |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 32 L |