2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 4 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 587 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.
Because 2010 Lexus IS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa. 2010 Lexus IS 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. 2010 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Opel | Lexus |
| Model | Corsa | IS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
