2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle 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, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 55 L |
