2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2013 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 7 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 (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 49 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa.
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 (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Spark. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2013 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corsa | Spark |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1597 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1522 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2375 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
