2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1749 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 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa. 2012 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Corsa | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3386 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
