2000 Opel Astra vs. 2002 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2002 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ranger weights approximately 392 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra.
Because 2002 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ranger 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, 2002 Ford Ranger (207 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (203 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Astra | 2002 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Astra | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1328 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
