2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 695 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2008 Opel Corsa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Corsa | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Corsa | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 15.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 42 L |
