2003 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (164 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 142 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.
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, 2003 Opel Astra (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Astra | 2006 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Astra | Vibe |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 49 L |