2004 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 180 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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, 2007 Opel Astra (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escape | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 52 L |
