2002 Opel Astra vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2002 Opel Astra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (295 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2002 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 76 kg more than 2002 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Astra. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Astra | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Astra | Impreza |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |