2007 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Colorado | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
