2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (100 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Thalia weights approximately 20 kg more 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) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2473 mm |
