2003 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2010 Renault Trafic is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2010 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Trafic.
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 (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2010 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Astra | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |
