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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
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 Toyota Yaris (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
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 | 1363 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 9 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 | 1165 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 45 L |