2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2003 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Astra would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 108 kg more than 2003 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2003 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Expedition | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 52 L |
