2007 Kia Picanto vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 207 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto. 2007 Kia Picanto 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. 2007 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Picanto | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Picanto | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1085 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 44 L |
