2005 Opel Astra vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (130 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 282 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (166 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Astra | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1385 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
