2002 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 57 kg more than 2002 Kia Sportage.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sportage | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Sportage | Astra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
