2004 Vauxhall Astra vs. 2010 Ford E-150
To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 is newer by 6 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 4,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-150 (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-150 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall 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, 2010 Ford E-150 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. 2010 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Vauxhall Astra | 2010 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Ford |
| Model | Astra | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2824 mm |
