2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Ford Excursion 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 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (84 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2009 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.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Excursion | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5405 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 52 L |