2000 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 217 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Because 2000 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Falcon | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Falcon | Astra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |