2006 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 413 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
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 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Polo | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Volkswagen | Opel |
Model | Polo | Corsa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |