2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Express and 2004 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1156 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Opel Astra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Express | Astra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 167 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 52 L |