2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 6 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 820 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.
Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa. 2012 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Opel | Acura |
| Model | Corsa | TL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
