1999 Opel Astra vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Opel Astra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 383 kg more than 1999 Opel Astra. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Astra | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Astra | Touran |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
