2004 Opel Astra vs. 2004 Porsche GT2
To start off, both 2004 Opel Astra and 2004 Porsche GT2 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 15 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.
Because 2004 Porsche GT2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche GT2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Astra | 2004 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Astra | GT2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
