2004 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 7 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Astra | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
Make | Opel | Saab |
Model | Astra | 9-4X |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |