2004 Vauxhall Astra vs. 2012 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2012 Renault Trafic is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Astra (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Trafic.
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 Vauxhall Astra (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Vauxhall Astra | 2012 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Renault |
| Model | Astra | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3100 mm |
