2004 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 3250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Astra weights approximately 43 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Astra | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Astra | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 59 L |
