2004 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Reno 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Reno (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 3250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 385 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Reno.
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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Astra | 2006 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Astra | Reno |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |