2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 5 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, 2011 Kia Venga (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 730 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, 2011 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Corsa | Venga |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
