2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 3 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 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2092 kg more than 2006 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 2006 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 (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Excursion | Astra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5954 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3370 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2620 mm |
