2002 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 2002 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, both 2002 Mercedes-Benz V and 2002 Vauxhall Astra were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 650 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Astra. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz V | 2002 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
Model | V | Astra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2620 mm |