2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (90 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 768 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 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa. 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corsa | CC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
