2004 Ford Fusion vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2004 Ford Fusion 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 273 kg more than 2004 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Opel Astra (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fusion. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Fusion | 2004 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Fusion | Astra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |