2003 Opel Astra vs. 2003 Ford Falcon
To start off, both 2003 Opel Astra and 2003 Ford Falcon were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Falcon weights approximately 205 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2003 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Astra | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 59 L |
