2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1960 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Excursion | Astra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3010 mm |
