2005 Ford GT vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Ford GT 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 277 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 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | GT | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 52 L |
