2012 Opel Corsa vs. 2006 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios 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 Daihatsu Terios (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa. 2006 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Opel Corsa | 2006 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Opel | Daihatsu |
Model | Corsa | Terios |
Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 46 L |