2007 Opel Corsa vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 360 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.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota RAV4 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 57 L |
