2004 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2004 Ford Escape 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 72 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape 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, 2004 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Escape | 2004 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escape | Astra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 52 L |