2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 500 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corsa | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |
