2005 Acura EL vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Acura EL and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Acura EL.
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, 2005 Opel Astra (185 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura EL. 2005 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 2005 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2005 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura EL | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | EL | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
