2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition 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 162 more horse power than 2012 Opel Astra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Astra weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Astra. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Astra. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2012 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 | 2012 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Expedition | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 52 L |
