2002 GMC Envoy vs. 2000 Opel Astra
To start off, 2002 GMC Envoy is newer by 2 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1010 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 2002 GMC Envoy 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, 2002 GMC Envoy 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, 2002 GMC Envoy (448 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra. 2002 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Envoy | 2000 Opel Astra | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Envoy | Astra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
