2001 Vauxhall Astra vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2001 Vauxhall Astra and 2001 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2001 Vauxhall Astra and 2001 Opel Astra are equipped with a 2,198 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Opel Astra. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 210 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.
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, both vehicles can yield 203 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2001 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 2001 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 2001 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Vauxhall Astra | 2001 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Opel |
| Model | Astra | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
