2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 850 kg more than 2005 Opel 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, 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |
