2004 Opel Astra vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 5 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (103 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 191 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (231 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Opel Astra | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Astra | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |