2004 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 3 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 183 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.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Astra | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Astra | Touran |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
