2004 Jaguar Concept Eight vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Astra would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (144 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight | 2003 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | Concept Eight | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2640 mm |
