2004 Vauxhall Astra vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 921 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Astra.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Vauxhall Astra | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Astra | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
