2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Corsa | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
