2003 Opel Astra vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 10 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 417 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 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Opel | Infiniti |
| Model | Astra | M |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1827 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
