1999 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Rover 25
To start off, 2006 Rover 25 is newer by 7 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 25 (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Opel Astra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Astra weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Rover 25.
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 Rover 25 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Astra | 2006 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Astra | 25 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
