2001 Opel Astra vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2001 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Astra. (170 Nm). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Astra | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Opel | Xedos |
| Model | Astra | 9 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
