2003 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 94 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 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (171 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Astra | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Astra | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 171 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |