2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2011 Renault Sandero 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Renault Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 134 kg more than 2011 Renault Sandero. 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2011 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 50 L |
