2000 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 11 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 6 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Astra | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Astra | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 65 L |
