2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1999 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 306. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2007 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, 1999 Peugeot 306 (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1999 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 306 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 922 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
