2000 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Astra (190 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 123 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra.
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, 2000 Opel Astra (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Astra | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Astra | Touran |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
