2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 777 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Tahoe | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2292 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
