2000 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daewoo Chairman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra. 2000 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daewoo Chairman | 2008 Opel Astra | |
Make | Daewoo | Opel |
Model | Chairman | Astra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |