2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2006 Citroen C8
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 821 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, 2006 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa. 2006 Citroen C8 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. 2006 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2006 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Corsa | C8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 922 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
