2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (89 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 6 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Corsa | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
