2007 Mazda 2 vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Mazda 2 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 2 weights approximately 141 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, 2007 Mazda 2 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 2 | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | 2 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
