2000 Vauxhall Astra vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 959 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall 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 Vauxhall Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Vauxhall Astra | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Astra | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
