2009 Nissan Versa vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Versa (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2006 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Versa | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Versa | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
