2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2005 Opel Speedster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 950 kg more than 2005 Opel Speedster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Speedster. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Astro | Speedster |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 36 L |