2004 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Astra would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra.
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, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Astra | 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Astra | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |