2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota iQ (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 76 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ.
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 Toyota iQ (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Corsa | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Corsa | iQ |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 32 L |