2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Ford Mustang 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 315 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 Mustang 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 Mustang. 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 Mustang (434 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mustang | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 127 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |