2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2000 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. 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, 2000 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa. 2000 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2000 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 406 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
